Investment in United Kingdom

Business thrives in London. The UK capital is home to more of the world’s largest companies than any other European city, with more than 110 of the FT Global 500 having presence in the city. London is also the place to capitalize on the most exciting convergence between creativity and technology. The success of Tech City, Europe’s fastest-growing tech cluster, and the innovative companies that call the area home is testament to London’s status as the world capital of business.

London is the one of the world’s most exciting, dynamic and profitable cities in which to establish a business. It offers:

Access to Europe’s 500 million consumers.

Direct flights to more than 450 destinations.

First for qualified staff in Europe.

More European HQs than any other city in Europe.

230 languages spoken.

Leading digital hub at Tech City.

Office hours overlap with countries generating 99% of global GDP.

Entrepreneur visas for those seeking start-up funding.

20% corporation tax by 2015.

30% tax relief on investments up to £1 million.

Fewer restrictions on doing business than in most other major European cities.